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European countries change course over their military support to Israel
One year into the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, European countries remain divided over their military support for Israel. Despite international efforts to broker peace, arms exports have continued to play a critical role in the conflict, with major suppliers like the United States and Germany providing significant military aid.
Challenges and high expectations as Rutte starts first day as NATO chief
Former Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte will assume the role of NATO Secretary-General on Monday (30 September), marking the start of a new chapter for the North Atlantic Alliance as he takes over from Jens Stoltenberg.
The EU defence budget dilemma
As Europe continues its defence budget ramp up, it will soon be time to round out a number. How expensive will the financing of the EU defence program be?
ICRC urges protection of civilians as Israel-Hezbollah conflict threatens regional spill over
The situation in the Middle East is rapidly deteriorating, with escalating conflict across Gaza, northern Israel, and southern Lebanon. Though not officially termed a war, the intensity suggests a new regional conflict.
UN Future Summit hoped to be ‘once-in-a-generation’ opportunity despite key leaders missing
World leaders are gathering in New York for the UN Summit of the Future, which UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to reshape international institutions, even though leaders of the so-called Permanent Five will be absent.
Ukraine seeks Western ammunition as Putin threatens NATO-Russia war
NATO's Military Committee met in Prague on Friday and Saturday to discuss stepping up NATO's support package for Ukraine, after Russia warned NATO that a strike with Western-made missiles would be considered an act of war.
The EU’s plan to reshape its defence policy
As the EU gears up for a new era in defence, the focus is shifting to how the Commission and Parliament will align their differing interests. The new subcommittee's upgrade signals a stronger push for a unified strategy, but uncertainties persist.
Inside Hungary’s turbulent first ten days leading the EU’s rotating presidency
EU ambassadors met yesterday (July 10th) to prepare a joint response after President Viktor Orbán’s unexpected visit to negotiate peace with Putin. The amicable nature of the dialogue between the two leaders in Moscow upset EU ambassadors, as Hungary used the European Council presidency’s logo despite claiming a national agenda.
EU rockets back into the space competition
Today the European Union launches a rocket into space for the first time since the war in Ukraine began. The rocket, named Ariane 6, symbolizes a renewed hope that Europe will gain ground in the new space race. But the challenges ahead are plenty. Can Europe catch up?
EU leaders to decide on top jobs, agenda for next term
EU leaders are gathering in Brussels on Thursday and Friday for the last meeting of this mandate to seal the deal on the distribution of the bloc's top jobs following the European elections in early June.
How close is Ukraine to joining the EU?
Diplomats are racing against time to open negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union before Hungary takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU on 1 July.
Which European states stand with Palestine?
As Israel widens the scope of its invasion of Gaza to the southern city of Rafah, four EU countries have today decided to officially recognise the state of Palestine, in line with the long-touted proposal for a 'two-state solution' to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
EU elections: The influence of Eastern Europe on Brussels politics
The 2004 Big Bang enlargement altered Europe's geopolitical landscape and, though its pace has slowed since then, new member states continue to influence and shape the EU's agenda and policies.
NATO 75th anniversary: spotlight on enlargement and countering Russia
On the latest episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we’re looking at today’s NATO meeting in Brussels.
EU leaders gather with a message: ‘Russia must not prevail’
In this episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we are looking at EU leaders gathering in Brussels on 21-22 March
From Ukraine to Gaza, EU foreign ministers face tough discussions
EU foreign affairs ministers are meeting in Brussels today, to discuss about a number of pressing issues at the very borders of the European Union. But what can we expect from this meeting?
Bulgaria and Romania to partially join Schengen – a bit too late?
On the latest episode of Euractiv’s Today in the EU we invited Georgi Gotev, our senior editor to take a deep dive into Bulgaria’s and Romania’s Schengen admission.
NATO new era: Who’s fit for its top job?
On the latest episode of Euractiv’s Today in the EU, all eyes are on the NATO military alliance, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary with two new members: Finland and Sweden.
Could Trump’s NATO remarks threaten European security?
With NATO defence ministers gathering in Brussels on Thursday (15 February), the meeting is being overshadowed by former US President Donald Trump’s recent remarks Washington might not protect European allies who are not spending enough on defence from a potential Russian attack.
EU wrestles with Israel over two-state solution
In this episode, the Beyond the Byline podcast looks into the EU’s new push towards a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
What are Hungary’s conditions for lifting its Ukraine Facility veto?
In this episode EURACTIV’s Beyond the Byline podcast takes a deep dive into the agreement reached by EU member states to initiate talks with the European Parliament concerning a €50 billion aid package for Ukraine.
WHO: Dire conditions at Gaza’s hospitals
This week, the Beyond the Byline podcast looks into the critical situation unfolding in Gaza's hospitals as Israel continues its military operations in the strip. Medical centres - once a refuge for civilians - have been struggling to continue to operate …
VDL’s Western Balkan tour: Promises and warnings on EU enlargement
This week the Beyond the Byline podcast looks at Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's tour of the Western Balkans. The EU executive chief talked to leaders of Western Balkans countries to encourage their governments to continue their hard work to …
EU’s divisions on Gaza: Heading towards a change of tone?
This week, Euractiv’s Beyond the Byline podcast takes a look at the division sweeping across the EU amid mixed signals from officials on the Israel-Hamas war. EU leaders held a virtual conference on Tuesday (17 October) to decide their common stance …